Orchestral Strings Product Manager

Overview

D'Addario & Company is the world's largest manufacturer and distributor of musical instrument accessories. As a U.S.-based manufacturing leader, we pride ourselves on high-automation machinery, cutting-edge technology, and a deep commitment to environmentally sustainable practices. Most importantly, we're proud of our diverse team of individuals who embody our core values-family, curiosity, passion, candor, and responsibility-and bring them to life every day.

The Orchestral Strings Product Manager is responsible for managing all aspects of the product portfolio within the Orchestral Business Unit (BU), including global business development, product development, product life-cycle management, pricing, marketing, outreach, and artist relations. This individual will report directly to the Vice President, Band & Orchestral Business Units and is part of the product management team. They will regularly interact with members of shared resources such as D'Addario global regions with emphasis on Europe and Asia, sales, marketing, finance, legal, artist relations, HR, IT, engineering, and operations - driving profitable growth global market share, and operational excellence. Qualified candidates must be an experienced orchestral stringed instrument player.

This is a hybrid role. You'll be required to work on-site in the Farmingdale, NY office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, or more frequently if needed. Please note that while the primary office is in Farmingdale, you may occasionally be asked to work in the Brooklyn office. Domestic and international travel of approximately 20-30%, including travel to regional offices as needed, with international travel estimated at 3-4 times per year based on business needs.

At D'Addario, we don't just offer a job-we offer a career with one of the most iconic names in the music industry. We're passionate about innovation, craftsmanship, and creating a workplace where diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas thrive. We're eager to connect with individuals who bring fresh thinking and a collaborative spirit. If you're ready to make an impact, we'd love to hear how you'll add value to our team.

Some Perks & Benefits of Working at D'Addario:

• 401(k) Retirement Plan: Once eligible, D'Addario provides an employer Safe Harbor contribution of 3% of total annual earnings, with the opportunity to earn up to an additional 7% in employer Discretionary contributions, regardless of employee contribution level
• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave
• Fertility and family-building benefits
• Annual performance and compensation reviews
• Career pathing and professional development via LinkedIn Learning
• A generous allotment of Paid Time Off (PTO) days
• Flexible sick day policy
• 12 paid holidays
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Enhanced short-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Discounts on D'Addario products and merchandise
• Company jam nights, artist performances, holiday parties, and special events
• A passionate, talented team that loves what they do!

Compensation:


We offer a competitive total compensation package. The base salary range for this role is $90,000-$110,000 and is commensurate with experience, skills, and qualifications. This position is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, in accordance with company policy.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for driving orchestral business development globally with emphasis in critical Europe and Asia regions representing the greatest opportunity for significant sustained sales growth.
• Collaborates in the creation and execution of the regions, sales, marketing, and product development strategies for each brand and/or sub-brands, translating the strategies into market share gains and profitable revenue growth.
• Assists with the creation of an effective global marketing plan for the brand, incorporating the sales and marketing activities relevant to today's marketplace aligned with approved business plans and budgets.
• Partners with Sales Management and Regional Leaders to develop relevant, timely and successful sales plans, campaigns, programs, and promotions.
• Product development and marketing - helps to identify market trends and opportunities in each key region, and tailors product development and product enhancement activities to satisfy the market and capitalize on opportunities.
• Drives high level marketing initiatives and product launches with concise creative briefs and budget that can be effectively executed by the marketing team.
• Responsible for managing the product portfolio, life-cycle management and seamless product launches contributing to the overall profitability of the entire business unit.
• Contributes to driving operational excellence and continuous improvement throughout the supply chain.
• Executes thorough yearly performance reviews for all direct reports and champions employee development to ensure alignment
• Interacts with key accounts and industry influencers as needed.
• Helps to coordinate Artist Relations activities to be relevant with all related marketing plans.
• Takes full ownership of initiatives, showing a strong sense of urgency and accountability from concept through execution
• Up to 30% travel including internationally

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience playing the violin.
• Familiarity with additional orchestral string instruments (viola, cello, and/or double bass) is a plus.
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Music Business or a related field preferred
• Relevant product management experience, preferably in the music instrument industry
• Substantial experience and deep understanding of the orchestral instrument, string and accessories products, global market, and competitors
• Strong analytic and risk/opportunity assessment ability
• Continuous improvement mentality
• Excellent organizational skills

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